This bill establishes a temporary prohibition on the manufacture, sale, and distribution of any product containing cell-cultured protein in South Dakota, effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031. It defines "cell-cultured protein" as products made wholly or partially from cell cultures or DNA of host animals, cultivated outside of live animals, while excluding certain proteins produced through microbial fermentation and other specified processes. Violations of this prohibition are classified as Class 2 misdemeanors, and enforcement will involve inspections by the department and the Animal Industry Board, which may issue stop-sale orders and seize products as necessary.

The bill also outlines the consequences for violations, including the potential suspension, revocation, or denial of food service establishment licenses following a conviction. The enforcement mechanisms are designed to ensure compliance with the prohibition, thereby regulating the sale and distribution of cell-cultured protein products during the specified timeframe.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/23/2026: 32-22-51.2, 39-5-6, 39-5-38